UK's top data and AI regulator quits after 'inappropriate' humour (opens original article in a new tab)

UK's top data and AI regulator John Edwards resigned following a workplace investigation into his 'inappropriate' humor and conduct, which the ICO found fell short of expected standards for a public official.

• UK information commissioner John Edwards resigned after a workplace investigation found his humor inappropriate and offensive.
• The ICO confirmed Edwards stepped back in February to allow an independent investigation which concluded his behavior fell short of expected conduct for a public official.
• Edwards' resignation comes amid increased scrutiny of the ICO's handling of data protection complaints and calls for a more effective regulator.